Gold’s regime change?

Gold’s regime change?

June 27, 2025 |Joseph Wu, CFA

The longstanding inverse relationship between gold and real interest rates seems to have broken down, suggesting new forces—central bank buying, geopolitical uncertainty, and portfolio diversification—have a larger role in driving demand for bullion.

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Another round of the Fed’s waiting game

Another round of the Fed’s waiting game

June 23, 2025 |Thomas Garretson, CFA

Inflation remains calm in 2025, but tariff-related price hike concerns have kept the Fed sidelined. We look at the Fed’s commentary, the impact of market forces and political pressure on yields, and the probability of rate cuts before year’s end.

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U.S. debt: Changing facts, updating views

U.S. debt: Changing facts, updating views

June 19, 2025 |Atul Bhatia, CFA

The U.S. government’s fiscal outlook can no longer be ignored.

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A world of opportunities?

A world of opportunities?

June 19, 2025 |Alan Robinson

A dramatic shift in the appetite for equity and fixed income securities issued outside of North America has emerged in 2025. We examine the causes, what they mean for international stocks, and how investors may want to position portfolios.

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Global Insight 2025 Midyear Outlook: Canada

Global Insight 2025 Midyear Outlook: Canada

June 19, 2025 |Matt Altro, CFA and Luis Castillo

Elevated gold prices should continue to support the TSX, while ongoing tariff uncertainties have us tilting toward perceived less risky categories within fixed income.

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Matt Richtel on the Pressures (and Joys) of Being a Dad Today

June 16, 2025 |Christine Morin
At the beginning of the book, there are three things the author, Matt Richtel, asks of parents. It’s a little glib, but he stands by it. He says love, lead, and let go. It connects to what he’s learned, what the science has taught him, and what he hopes...
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Video: Are powers of attorney part of your estate plan? The Wealthy Barber wants to know

Video: Are powers of attorney part of your estate plan? The Wealthy Barber wants to know

June 09, 2025 |RBC Wealth Management

Who will care for you if you can’t? David Chilton explains why it’s important to have powers of attorney, especially at his age.

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“Big and beautiful” or not?

“Big and beautiful” or not?

June 06, 2025 |Kelly Bogdanova

With the centerpiece of U.S. President Donald Trump’s economic agenda winding its way through Congress, we examine what’s of key interest to markets and investors, before noting why the ultimate outcome of the bill is likely to look different.

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RBC Canadian Open Players Day

June 05, 2025 |Christine Morin
Incredible RBC Canadian Open Players Day with Rory McIIroy, Shane Lowry, Kevin Kisner, Taylor Pendrith, Trevor Immelman, Cam Young, Nick Taylor and Mac Hughes. I made sure I stood beside Rory!
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Critical Capital: How Canada can tap foreign investment for its mineral riches

Critical Capital: How Canada can tap foreign investment for its mineral riches

June 04, 2025 |RBC Thought Leadership
Key Points More than 100 mineral projects, valued at $107 billion, are at various stages of development in Canada over the next ten years. Unlocking that potential requires diversified capital flow, both domestic and foreign, for Canada to emerge as a...
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